Senior Manager, Trends

Walmart • New York, NY

17h • $108,000 - $216,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Trends is a key leader in shaping fashion forecasting for Walmart. This role provides expert-level trend research, strategic storytelling, and creative direction to inform design, product development, and fashion editorial teams . The ideal candidate will leverage industry expertise, data-driven insights, and cross-functional collaboration to influence seasonal global trends, business strategies, and customer engagement across multiple categories and market segments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Merchandising, Marketing, or a related field.
• 7-10 years of experience in apparel trend forecasting, design, or related fields.
• Strong background in data analysis, storytelling, and strategic trend communication .
• Excellent presentation skills with experience speaking to executive leadership and product teams .
• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite , and experience with trend research platforms.
• Experience traveling to key domestic and international markets for research and industry insights.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Graphic Design, or related field and 3 years’ experience in textile design, print design, graphic design, or related area OR 5 years’ experience in textile design, print design, graphic design, or related area.

Nice To Haves

• A Master’s degree in Business or a related field is a plus .
• Have a visionary mindset and constantly look for ways to differentiate Walmart’s fashion offering.
• Are highly skilled at identifying and translating fashion trends into actionable business strategies.
• Use data and insights to make informed, impactful decisions.
• Apply AI tools to synthesize runway, social, cultural, and retail data into cohesive visual forecasts that translate macro trends into commercially viable product direction.
• Can effectively communicate complex trend forecasts to cross-functional teams in a compelling way.
• Thrive in fast-paced environments and can seamlessly manage multiple seasons and categories.
• Are an excellent collaborator and influencer , building strong relationships across teams.
• Color development and testing.
• Design Experience in a Retail Environment
• Master's degree in Textiles, Fashion, Graphic Design, or related field.
• Merchandising experience in a retail environment
• Product Development Experience in a Retail Environment
• Working with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or related Graphic Design Software

Responsibilities

• Trend Forecasting & Research: Lead the development of seasonal trend forecasting tools , ensuring insights are grounded in extensive research, consumer behavior, and market shifts.
• Oversee seasonal trend direction, runway, social media, and retail reporting , collaborating with editorial and design teams to shape Walmart’s fashion direction
• Identify emerging fashion trends , synthesizing industry predictions into clear, solution-driven reports that drive product strategy.
• Partner with strategic trend agencies and leverage internal resources to enhance Walmart’s global fashion forecast .
• Develop trend storytelling roadmaps that bring Walmart’s fashion vision to life, ensuring alignment across apparel, footwear, and accessories .
• Strategic Influence & Cross-Functional Partnership: Serve as a strategic partner to internal teams, influencing design, merchandising, and marketing through data-driven insights .
• Work closely with product development, editorial, and design teams to ensure consistency and alignment with global fashion strategies .
• Identify opportunities for innovation, process improvements, and best-practice scaling , keeping Walmart ahead of industry trends.
• Translate market research and consumer insights into trend-right product storytelling that resonates with Walmart’s diverse customer base.
• Leadership & Team Development: Hire, develop, and manage a high-performing team of trend strategists to drive excellence in forecasting and creative direction.
• Provide ongoing mentorship, performance feedback, and career development , fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
• Establish key performance metrics to evaluate department and individual contributions, ensuring efficiency and strategic impact.
• Lead with a "one company" mindset , building trust and driving results through influence, inspiration, and vision .

Benefits

• Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance.
• Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.
• Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage.
• Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
• Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
• You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
• Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level